While staying in Hudson and the area on your getaway, come access the Hudson River, the Sandy beaches on the river islands and see amazing wildlife.
Explore isolated and hard to reach areas with this very stable and fun flats boat similar to what is used in the bayou where many other boats can not go. Boat is operated within a 6-10 mile radius depending on the length of the rental.
Easy access to tidal forested wetlands, tidal marshes, and extensive mudflats and beaches. Large numbers of waterfowl, shorebirds and Passerine birds can be observed during spring and fall migrations. Resident wildlife that occurs includes the bald eagle, wood duck, black duck, mallard, green heron, least bittern, a variety of songbirds and white-tailed deer. Also egrets, great blue heron, ospreys, and cormorants are very prevalent.
Try your hand in fishing in the Hudson River. We have all the gear and equipment for trying your hand at fishing. Plenty of Catfishing, White Perch, Bass, Striped Bass, etc.
Note" *Renter must possess a Recreational Marine Fishing Registry License for fishing in the Hudson River. When fishing it's tributaries, must possess a regular Freshwater Fishing License obtainable at Walmart or town clerk offices*
Licenses may also be purchased online through NYS DEC’s Automated Licensing System (DECALS).
Bring a cooler with your favorite refreshments, food and enjoy a island picnic with your friends or a BBQ as we can run shuttles from the dock for your 4 hour or 8 hour island excursion. Also if you have large groups, block out your time and we can do multiple rides with your group to bring them all out to the island and beach. Maybe explore a weekend of island camping with your group and friends. Many options and flexible.
Dress appropriate for the weather.
*Fuel is included in price.
*Boat rental has USCG licensed 50 ton captain and is
First Aid, AED and CPR certified.
*Boat is equipped with all required safety equipment
for USCG chartered vessels.
*Operations are from Sunrise to Sunset, but may run
other hours by special request.
*Bookings may be canceled due to severe weather such as high winds and thunderstorms. Please call prior to your trip to confirm. Safety is our #1 priority!